Applus IDIADA
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HR Manager North America

Location
Corona, CA
Listed
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About the role

Reporting directly to the Business Unit Director and with a functional reporting to HR Group, you will oversee the comprehensive HR lifecycle for our North America operations, delivering all HR & compliance activities to support professionals across multiple locations.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

  • Develop HR strategy aligned with business objectives
  • Define strategic HR plans supporting current and future needs
  • Build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships and establish key HR metrics for executive decision-making

Operations & Talent Management

  • Manage employee relations by addressing demands, grievances and workplace issues
  • Coordinate recruitment processes and talent acquisition strategies
  • Drive engagement, development, and retention initiatives
  • Oversee performance management systems and training programs

Compliance & Benefits

  • Ensure full legal compliance with US/Mexico employment laws
  • Stay current with federal, state and local employment laws
  • Coordinate US payroll compliance and ensure successful internal and external audits
  • Maintain competitive compensation and benefits programs
  • Manage OSHA requirements

Team Leadership

  • Lead and develop team of 3+ HR professionals
  • Provide guidance on complex HR matters and escalated issues

Qualifications & Requirements

Experience: 7-15 years progressive HR experience, preferably in multinational corporations with multi-state operations

Core Skills

  • Deep US labor law knowledge. Knowledge of Mexico labor law will be a plus.
  • Strong business acumen and communication skills
  • Change management and goal-oriented mindset
  • HRIS systems and HR analytics proficiency

Education

  • Required: Bachelor's in HR, Business Administration, or related field
  • Preferred: Master's/MBA + HR certifications (SHRM-SCP, SPHR)

Additional Requirements

  • Travel flexibility between locations
  • Cross-timezone coordination capability
  • Cultural sensitivity for diverse, multicultural environment

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

About the Company

Shaping the Future of Automotive Engineering

Applus+ IDIADA is a global leader in automotive engineering, offering a dynamic and rewarding career opportunity for professionals passionate about shaping the future of mobility. As a TOP Employer certified company with over 3500 professionals from more than 24 countries, we provide a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and growth with colleagues from over 55 nationalities contributing to a safer, more efficient, and sustainable vehicles.

Why join us?

Join a company that has a deep commitment to sustainability and push yourself to reach your full potential in a dynamic and challenging setting that values innovation and expertise.

Come & join us on the road to success.

Read the original posting

From Applus IDIADA's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 10, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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